pigment — a natural substance that gives color to animal or plant tissue, or a dry powder used to make paint
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a natural substance that gives color to animal or plant tissue, or a dry powder used to make paint
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpɪɡmənt/
Korean meaning: 동식물 조직에 색을 주는 천연 물질, 또는 페인트를 만드는 데 쓰는 건조 분말
Korean pronunciation: **피**그먼트
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's hair lost its pigment and turned completely white, making her look like a wise wizard.
- The chameleon's pigment cells allow it to change colors faster than my mood on Monday morning.
- Scientists discovered a new blue pigment that's more valuable than my student loan debt.
pigment
NOUN//ˈpɪɡmənt//
a natural substance that gives color to animal or plant tissue, or a dry powder used to make paint
Artist creates natural pigment by grinding colorful berries and flowers
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'pigmentum', derived from 'pingere' meaning 'to paint' or 'to color'. The word entered English through Old French and has been used since the 15th century to describe coloring substances.
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“My grandmother's hair lost its pigment and turned completely white, making her look like a wise wizard.”
“The chameleon's pigment cells allow it to change colors faster than my mood on Monday morning.”
“Scientists discovered a new blue pigment that's more valuable than my student loan debt.”
“The ancient cave paintings still retain their original pigment after thousands of years.”
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